Helpful Subluxation References

This section is compiled by Frank M. Painter, D.C.
Send all comments or additions to:     Frankp@chiro.org

	Subluxation–based Guidelines A Chiro.Org article collection Please review this collection of treatment guidelines from the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) and the Council on Chiropractic Practice (CCP).
	Conditions That Respond Well to Chiropractic Care A Chiro.Org article collection Please review this assortment of articles, including case studies and randomized trials supporting chiropractic care for a variety of conditions other than neck or back pain.
	Radiologic Manifestations of Spinal Subluxations Chapter 6 from:   “Basic Chiropractic Procedural Manual” By Richard C. Schafer, D.C., FICC and the ACAPress This chapter describes the radiologic signs that may be expected when spinal subluxations are demonstrable by radiography. Through the years, there have been several concepts within the chiropractic profession about what actually constitutes a subluxation. Each has had its rationale (anatomical, neurologic, or kinematic), and each has had certain validity contributing to our understanding of this complex phenomenon.
	Immune Function and Chiropractic A Chiro.Org article collection Chiropractic adjusting (spinal manipulation) appears to have an impact on immune cell lines. Review this collection of articles to learn more.
	A Vertebral Subluxation Hypothesis Tree A Chiro.Org article collection This presentation was originally given at the 4th Research Agenda Conference on July 25, 1999, in Chicago, IL. Thanks to Dr. Ed Owens for access to this PowerPoint file!
	Maintenance Care and Wellness and Chiropractic A Chiro.Org article collection Chiropractors are perfectly alligned to promote health, both by education and the provision of care. Review this collection of articles that support the chiropractic wellness model.
	The Role of Subluxation in Chiropractic The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research By Anthony L. Rosner, Ph.D. NOTE: This article ALSO contains the 2014 update, titled: Rephrasing the Subluxation: Capturing Lightning in a Bottle Every profession, whether health-related or not, develops its own special set of technical terms; its own language, if you will. Those terms typically have a meaning and context either formally or informally agreed upon by most if not all of the members of that profession. How then do we view the chiropractic subluxation?
	General Causes and Potential Effects of the Subluxation Complex Chapter 6 from:   “Basic Principles of Chiropractic Neuroscience” By Richard C. Schafer, D.C., FICC and the ACAPress This chapter reviews the concepts underlying chiropractic articular therapy, with emphasis placed on neurologic implications. General etiology, manifestations, terminology, pertinent anatomical features, and applications are described.
	Neuroconceptual Models of Chiropractic Chapter 5 from:   “Basic Principles of Chiropractic Neuroscience” By Richard C. Schafer, D.C., FICC and the ACAPress This chapter offers a review of the highlights of preceding chapters that concern subluxation syndromes and forms a foundation of thought for following chapters.
	Basic Principles and Practice of Chiropractic Chapter 1 from:   “Basic Chiropractic Procedural Manual” By Richard C. Schafer, D.C., FICC and the ACAPress This introductory chapter describes the general causes and effects of the subluxation complex. The role of subluxation as an etiologic or perpetuating factor in disease is determined by the extent of the neuropathologic and/or biomechanical processes involved and how they relate to the creation, maintenance, or progress of such disorders.
	Basic Musculoskeletal Considerations Chapter 6 from:   “Chiropractic Physical and Spinal Diagnosis” By Richard C. Schafer, D.C., FICC and the ACAPress The skeletal system provides the body framework, shape, articulations, supports, it protects the vital organs, and it furnishes a place for muscle attachment. It provides protection for the internal organs, provides movement when acted upon by muscles, manufactures blood cells, and stores mineral salts. The muscular system moves and propels the body. In order for the skeletal and muscular systems to function properly, the nervous system gives the body awareness of its environment, enables it to react to stimuli from the environment, and allows the body to work as a unit by coordinating its activities. Inspection, palpation, and mensuration are the three most common techniques used in examination of the musculoskeletal system. As with all systems, a knowledge of anatomy and the pathophysiology involved is essential to make the examination significant.

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